CARTIER 18K YELLOW GOLD BAIGNOIRE MODEL W8000009Though officially released to the public in 1957, the Baignore finds its origins decades prior. In 1912, Louis Cartier himself conceived of a case based around the idea of two straight parallel lines closing into a pair of connected parentheses, with the end result resembling the look of a bathtub (or baignore in French). The finished product was gifted to Cartiers top client, Grand Duchess Vladimir of Russia. Sadly, as she was one of the last members

Gently graduated links fashioned from triangular tubes exude a cool

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Silver and DiamondsWeight: 16

and the 18k gold deployment buckle ensures a secure fit for easy wear and removal

Canada Mark White Diamonds

and the contrast creates a dynamic balance of strength and elegance

As Piaget celebrates 150 years

Condition: Pristine Early Victorian

Maker: Fred of Paris

Throughout the course of the 20th century

Beneath this artistry lies Piaget’s own in-house quartz movement

Includes: Cartier Red Velvet Travel Pouch